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Mirroring
Definition
What is mirroring?
Flipping a design horizontally before printing onto DTF film. Since the printed side of the film faces the garment during heat pressing, the image must be mirrored so it reads correctly when transferred. Most RIP software handles mirroring automatically.
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11 min readA practical DTF color management guide covering ICC profiles, RIP settings, monitor calibration, soft-proofing, and brand color matching for shops.
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